What to do about itchy feet at night in autumn

Itching feet at night during autumn can be managed through general treatment, physical therapy, or medication. Specific details are as follows:

1. General Treatment

Autumn weather tends to be dry, which may lead to excessive moisture loss from the skin and cause dryness or cracking on the feet, resulting in itching. At night, when there are fewer external distractions, this symptom may become more noticeable. Symptoms can be relieved by increasing environmental humidity, such as using humidifiers or air conditioning.

2. Physical Therapy

Itchy feet in autumn might be caused by internal heat (blood heat). Patients can visit a qualified medical facility where professional practitioners may use acupuncture on specific points such as Xuehai (SP10) and Sanyinjiao (SP6) to clear internal heat and alleviate itching symptoms.

3. Medication

If the skin on the feet is infected by fungi causing athlete's foot (tinea pedis), the affected skin tissue may develop the aforementioned symptoms due to fungal invasion. In such cases, topical medications such as erythromycin ointment or mupirocin ointment may be used under medical guidance. During treatment, it is also important to maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the feet.

During treatment, it is recommended to follow a light diet, avoiding spicy, greasy, and other irritating foods, and to abstain from smoking and alcohol. Wear breathable and comfortable footwear, and avoid engaging in overly strenuous physical activities.